Pick a sunny spot with well-drained soil for ideal growth.
Use well-rotted manure or compost to enrich the soil, and make sure the drainage is adequate.
Sow the okra seeds one inch deep and twelve apart after the last date of the frost.
Maintain a constant moisture content in the soil without becoming soggy.
To promote growth, apply a balanced fertilizer once a month.
For weed suppression and moisture retention, add mulch around the plants.
Okra pods should be picked 2-3 days after they appear, when they are tender and 2-4 inches long.